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Amino acids
The general molecular formula of an amino acid is RCH(NH2)COOH
However, it’s easier to ‘see’ the bonds that are present
by writing its structural formula:
H
O
O
C
Side chain:
‘R’ characterises
the amino acid
R
C
H
N
H
carboxylic acid
group
H
amine group
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